Excel 20 Gauge Single-Shot Break-Action Shotgun, 28 in Barrel, External Hammer, Brass Bead Sight
This U.S.-made Excel 20 gauge single-shot features a straightforward break-action design with an external hammer, a 28 in smoothbore barrel, and a brass bead front sight. It uses a lever-operated action release and a mechanical extractor, with steel construction throughout and classic hardwood furniture. The receiver is marked "EXCEL" on the left wall, a trade name historically used by multiple makers.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Fair - Generally clean, some residue or smudges, slight corrosion.
Specific Condition Notes: There is surface pitting on the barrel. The receiver shows discoloration and finish loss. The hardwood stock displays various handling marks, dings, and scratches.
What’s Included
- Excel 20 gauge single-shot break-action shotgun
The action is the classic single-shot break-open type with an external hammer and a single trigger. An opening lever provides positive control when unlocking the action. Extraction is handled by a mechanical extractor. Capacity is one round.
The round 28 in steel barrel is a smoothbore and wears a brass bead front sight for quick alignment. The barrel has a fixed choke that is not marked.
The receiver is marked "EXCEL" on the left wall. The manufacturer is not otherwise marked; Excel was a trade name used by multiple makers. Country of origin is the United States. A serial marking is present on the lower tang behind the trigger guard.
Furniture includes an uncheckered hardwood buttstock with a straight comb and slight pistol-grip, paired with a slim, uncheckered splinter forend. A steel serrated buttplate is fitted. Length of pull measures 14 in. The barrel and receiver are steel.